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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

LB07 KAOMOT history

LB07 KAO is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Aug 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 187,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
187,670 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 KAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Aug 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 KAO was last recorded at 187,670 miles on 22 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,669 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
9,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,670 miles
  • 2025 – 176,435 miles
  • 2024 – 172,128 miles
  • 2023 – 161,259 miles
  • 2022 – 147,028 miles
  • 2021 – 138,866 miles
  • 2020 – 135,165 miles
  • 2019 – 124,744 miles
  • 2018 – 115,981 miles
  • 2017 – 106,150 miles
  • 2015 – 86,652 miles
  • 2014 – 79,867 miles
  • 2013 – 58,978 miles
  • 2012 – 39,781 miles
  • 2010 – 32,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,670 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,670 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,670 miles
    Test number
    375226956140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail187,669 miles (+11,234)1 dangerous4 major3 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,669 miles
    Test number
    194543882156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40 RF18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met the minimum efficiency requirement
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp illuminated

  3. Pass176,435 miles1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    176,435 miles
    Test number
    432530154362
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure lamp illuminated

  4. Fail176,435 miles (+4,307)2 dangerous1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,435 miles
    Test number
    450722146999
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/55 R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure lamp illuminated

  5. Pass172,128 miles (+10,869)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    172,128 miles
    Test number
    186284148547
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap sealing ring perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass161,259 miles (+14,231)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    161,259 miles
    Test number
    578312672494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass147,028 miles (+8,162)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,028 miles
    Test number
    916574090744
    • AdvisoryN/S Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass138,866 miles (+3,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    138,866 miles
    Test number
    327716630023
    • AdvisoryN/S Rear tyre devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/S Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Pass135,165 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,165 miles
    Test number
    881222840681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and plastic cover sills fitted obscuring some components

  10. Fail135,165 miles (+10,421)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,165 miles
    Test number
    605364936316
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and plastic cover sills fitted obscuring some components

  11. Pass124,744 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,744 miles
    Test number
    952998694380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Fail124,743 miles (+8,762)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,743 miles
    Test number
    754205982039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass115,981 miles (+9,831)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,981 miles
    Test number
    908422486313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,150 miles
    Test number
    176528361780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,150 miles (+19,498)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,150 miles
    Test number
    337893443288
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass86,652 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    86,652 miles
    Test number
    187743365080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,867 miles (+20,889)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,867 miles
    Test number
    949854644285
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass58,978 miles (+19,197)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,978 miles
    Test number
    665533973177
    • NoteAdvise front tyres starting to wear low on edges
    • NoteAdvise minor marks in windscreen
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres starting to wear low
    • NoteAdvise slight play in front drop links

  19. Pass39,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    179076292007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,781 miles (+7,351)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,781 miles
    Test number
    299204592044
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass32,430 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    32,430 miles
    Test number
    242117330283
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside rear tyre tread

  22. Fail32,430 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,430 miles
    Test number
    630887530293
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside rear tyre tread

Questions about LB07 KAO

Does LB07 KAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 KAO is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 KAO?
The MOT on LB07 KAO is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 KAO done?
LB07 KAO was recorded at 187,670 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 9,863 miles a year.
Has LB07 KAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 KAO has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 KAO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB07 KAO find?
LB07 KAO passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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